This historic lodging house in Leeds, UK was at one time used to house seasonal workers, but it has undergone a miraculous transformation into a super green residential complex, complete with a <a href="http://inhabitat.com/energy/wind" target="_blank">wind turbine</a>, solar hot water panels, water recycling, and an innovative program that allows residents to monitor their personal energy and water use through their TV. <a href="http://www.greenhouseleeds.co.uk" target="_blank">Greenhouse</a> is located a short 10 minute walk outside of Leed's city center and it even offers residents plot of land down the street to grow their own fruits and veggies.

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Greenhouse Leeds

The building was formerly a hostel built for seasonal workers in Leeds back in 1939. It has since been remodeled and updated into a eco residential complex.

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Greenhouse Leeds

Located just a 10 minute walk from Leeds city center, the Greenhouse has 166 various sized apartments plus a number of spaces for offices.

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Greenhouse Leeds

The building was abandoned until 2004, when Citu began redeveloping the brick building. The renovation included adding a two-story topper to the building and a fresh coat of white paint amongst many other things.

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Greenhouse Leeds

A ground source heat pump is coupled with heat exchangers inside the building to provide energy efficient heating and cooling.

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Greenhouse Leeds

In the center of the building is a landscaped community courtyard for everyone to use.

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Greenhouse Leeds

A wind turbine mounted on the roof generates enough power for the shared lighting and elevators.

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Greenhouse Leeds

A rooftop solar thermal system provides hot water for the complex.

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Greenhouse Leeds

The development also includes a on-site gym, a cafe/deli, community car sharing, and bike storage.

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Greenhouse Leeds

The interiors of the apartments are furnished with eco-friendly materials as well as locally-sourced materials like 100% British wool carpets.

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Greenhouse Leeds

Residents can also monitor their energy and water use direct from their TV.

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Ground plots are available to residents who want to grow their own fruits and veggies.

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Greenhouse Leeds

A bike storage system sits underground in the parking garage.

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Greenhouse Leeds

The original building was built in 1939 and was considered revolutionary at the time for providing improved housing for seasonal workers.

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Greenhouse Leeds

This historic lodging house in Leeds, UK was at one time used to house seasonal workers, but it has undergone a miraculous transformation into a super green residential complex, complete with a wind turbine, solar hot water panels, water recycling, and an innovative program that allows residents to monitor their personal energy and water use through their TV. Greenhouse is located a short 10 minute walk outside of Leed's city center and it even offers residents plot of land down the street to grow their own fruits and veggies.